Payroll DS Manager

Job Description The Payroll Manager is accountable for the end‑to‑end delivery of accurate, timely, and compliant payroll services for a defined group of countries. The role is responsible for developing and implementing standardized methodologies in partnership with Global Process Owners, business partners, and other cross‑functional teams, serving as a regional focal point for operations, project, and/or audits. The role will provide leadership and guidance to assigned team members while managing the performance of vendor partners to maintain processes that support payroll administration. Stakeholder & Vendor Management Build strong, trusted relationships with senior country stakeholders and global partners across HR, Finance, Tax, Legal, Compliance, IT, Procurement, and Employee Relations. Serve as the primary escalation point for complex payroll issues, ensuring effective resolution and adherence to service commitments. Manage performance of third‑party payroll vendors, ensuring adherence to SLAs, operational metrics, and contractual obligations. Align stakeholder expectations, mediate conflicts, and balance operational priorities with business needs. People Leadership & Talent Management Lead and manage a matrixed team of payroll supervisors and individual contributors. Own hiring, performance management, coaching, career development, succession planning, and resource allocation across the assigned team. Promote a positive and inclusive work environment, fostering teamwork, and encouraging professional development. Foster a high‑performing, inclusive culture grounded in accountability, continuous learning, and strong customer focus. Process Excellence & Continuous Improvement Lead payroll‑related business, statutory, or compliance‑driven projects, ensuring delivery within scope, timeline, and budget. Stabilize existing payroll processes while driving continuous improvement, simplification, automation, and standardization. Partner with Global Payroll, Capability Center, and Projects teams on system implementations, transitions, and enhancements. Represent Payroll in cross‑functional initiatives and transformation programs as required. Perform other duties assigned by Global or Regional Leadership. Qualifications And Requirements A minimum of 7 years of prior experience in Payroll, HR and/or Finance operations. A minimum of 3 years in a Management/People Leader role. Strong experience managing multi‑country payroll operations. Proven experience overseeing payroll controls, compliance, audits, and statutory requirements. Demonstrated ability to lead teams through change in a fast‑paced, matrixed environment. Strong analytical, decision‑making, and problem‑solving capabilities. Excellent English language written and verbal communication abilities, with strong presentation and facilitation skills. Adaptable and capable of navigating through ambiguity and working effectively in a fast‑paced environment. Experience in knowledge management systems and proficiency with compliance requirements (e.g., SOX, business controls). Certification in Payroll, Project Management, Analytics, Lean Six Sigma/Design Thinking (preferred). Required Skills Collaboration Compliance Management Critical Thinking Data Reporting Developing Others Financial Analysis Financial Competence Financial Risk Management (FRM) Inclusive Leadership Leadership Numerically Savvy Operational Excellence Payroll Audit Payroll Processing Payroll Reporting Payroll Software Quality Assurance (QA) Team Management Preferred Skills Collaboration Compliance Management Critical Thinking Data Reporting Developing Others Financial Analysis Financial Competence Financial Risk Management (FRM) Inclusive Leadership Leadership Numerically Savvy Operational Excellence Payroll Audit Payroll Processing Payroll Reporting Payroll Software Quality Assurance (QA) Team Management Pay Range 1,02,000.00 - 2,04,000.00 USD Annual Benefits Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). Eligible benefits include: Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year Sick time – 40 hours per calendar year (48 hours in Colorado, 56 hours in Washington) Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – 13 days per calendar year Work, Personal and Family Time – up to 40 hours per calendar year Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member, 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52‑week rolling period Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year Military Spouse Time‑Off – 80 hours per calendar year Equal Opportunity Employer Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr Johnson & Johnson MedTech